Principles of Islam
43. Religion of Peace
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Jew (not a Muslim). The Prophet replied: ‘Was he
not a human being?’ What it meant was that every
human being is worthy of respect. There may be
differences among people regarding religion and
culture, but everyone has to respect the other. For,
according to Islam, all men and women are blood
brothers and blood sisters. And all are creatures of
one and the same God.
These three principles are the basic pillars to form a
peaceful society. Wherever these three values are to
be found the result no doubt will be a society of
peace and harmony.
The above references are enough to show that Islam
is a culture of peace. It is true that some Muslims
are engaged in violence in the name of Islam. But
you will have to differentiate between Islam and
Muslims. You have to see Muslims in the light of
Islam and not vice versa.
